Rated 4.25581395349/5
based on 43 customer reviews
Product description:
Made with heat resistant silicon
Sporty's® developed this simple silicon disc with a suction cup on the back to allow you to practice instrument flying with a "failed instrument" (partial panel) and also to cover an instrument that actually fails in flight. Failed instruments, especially the attitude indicator, are dangerous because it is difficult to ignore their erroneous presentation which can lead to loss of control. Provides an easy and inexpensive way to practice any combination of instrument failures and very important when a real failure occurs. Measures 3 1/8 in. dia. Extra thick suction cup holds fast to any instrument gauge. A must for all pilots.
Made with heat resistant silicon
Sporty's® developed this simple silicon disc with a suction cup on the back to allow you to practice instrument flying with a "failed instrument" (partial panel) and also to cover an instrument that actually fails in flight. Failed instruments, especially the attitude indicator, are dangerous because it is difficult to ignore their erroneous presentation which can lead to loss of control. Provides an easy and inexpensive way to practice any combination of instrument failures and very important when a real failure occurs. Measures 3 1/8 in. dia. Extra thick suction cup holds fast to any instrument gauge. A must for all pilots.
Overall Durability Reliability Value Usability Expected
Recommended Yes
A CFII's dream
Pros
Durable Covers the entire instrument (No cheating for the students!) Stays on for long periods
Cons
Maybe the color.. Would rather see red
General Comments
I keep these in my flight bag at all times. I use them when I take my instrument students up and practice partial panel, they are easy to use, no more fumbling around to find something to cover the instruments with.
Date - 6-2-2011
Pilot Rating - Private
Overall Durability Reliability Value Usability Expected
Recommended No
Pros
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Cons
I thought a quanity of one, meant package of 3. Should have a lanyard attached to keep them from falling to the floor.
General Comments
( No General Comments Listed From Reviewer )
Date - 5-20-2011
Pilot Rating - Instrument
Overall Durability Reliability Value Usability Expected
Recommended Yes
Pros
They work well for partial panel work and I wouldn't fly without em.
Cons
( No Cons Listed From Reviewer )
General Comments
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Date - 4-15-2011
Pilot Rating - ATP
Overall Durability Reliability Value Usability Expected
Recommended Yes
Pros
Very easy to use and stay when put on
Cons
None
General Comments
Must have for instrument instruction
Date - 1-19-2011
Pilot Rating - Commercial
Overall Durability Reliability Value Usability Expected
Recommended Yes
Pros
Much more reliable than the "post it" note type instrument cover. These stick on the whole time!
Cons
( No Cons Listed From Reviewer )
General Comments
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Date - 10-28-2010
Overall Durability Reliability Value Usability Expected
Recommended No
Pros
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Cons
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Date - 3-8-2010
Pilot Rating - Commercial
Overall Durability Reliability Value Usability Expected
Recommended Yes
Pros
Excellent to simulate failed instruments. Much better option than post-it's or using a ripped piece of paper on the fly.
Cons
I had some trouble at first with the suction cup sticking. I haven't used them enough to tell if is a consistent problem or a one time occurrence.
General Comments
( No General Comments Listed From Reviewer )
Date - 1-24-2010
Pilot Rating - Commercial
Overall Durability Reliability Value Usability Expected
Recommended Yes
Pros
Does the job.
Cons
Falls off once in awhile.
General Comments
( No General Comments Listed From Reviewer )
Date - 1-20-2010
Pilot Rating - Instrument
Overall Durability Reliability Value Usability Expected
Recommended Yes
Pros
product packed well
Cons
( No Cons Listed From Reviewer )
General Comments
( No General Comments Listed From Reviewer )
Date - 8-3-2009
Pilot Rating - Instrument
Overall Reliability Value Usability Expected
Recommended No
Pros
none
Cons
don't stick worth a darn. couple of minutes and they fall off. real mistake. stick with "post it"
General Comments
garbage
Date - 7-27-2009
Pilot Rating - Private
Overall Durability Reliability Value Usability Expected
Recommended Yes
Pros
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Cons
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General Comments
Works as advertised, great product
Date - 6-17-2009
Pilot Rating - Private
Overall Durability Reliability Value Usability Expected
Recommended Yes
Pros
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Cons
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General Comments
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Date - 2-24-2009
Pilot Rating - Private
Overall Durability Reliability Value Usability Expected
Recommended Yes
Pros
Covers instrument completely. Quick on and off. Light weight. easy to store in a headset bag.
Cons
It's a suction cup system. Like any suction cup, sometimes it will fall off after a while. You have to be sure to make a good seal.
General Comments
( No General Comments Listed From Reviewer )
Date - 2-20-2009
Pilot Rating - Instrument
Overall Durability Reliability Value Usability Expected
Recommended Yes
Pros
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Cons
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General Comments
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Date - 2-20-2009
Pilot Rating - Instrument
Overall Durability Reliability Value Usability Expected
Recommended Yes
Pros
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Cons
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General Comments
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Date - 2-3-2009
Pilot Rating - ATP
Overall Durability Reliability Value Usability Expected
Recommended Yes
Pros
An excellent product.
Cons
My biggest problem with this product is I lose them too often.
General Comments
You might consider putting a notch about the size of a pencil in the perimeter to accomodate various instrument reset control knobs etc.
Date - 1-26-2009
Pilot Rating - Private
Overall Durability Reliability Value Usability Expected
Recommended Yes
Pros
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